John F. “Jack” Fitzpatrick, 86, died May 10, 2012, at Hospice House, Vero Beach.
He was born in Akron, Ohio, and lived in Vero Beach.
He retired as a managing director and executive vice president of Firestone in 1983.
He was a golfer and played in the U.S. Open. He won a host of tournaments in the U.S. and abroad.
He attended Notre Dame University in 1942 on a basketball and golf scholarship.
He was a member of the Notre Dame team that captured the 1944 NCAA Men’s Golf Championship.
He served in the Army and did a tour in Japan.
Survivors include his companion, Peggy Dennis.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Rosemary Aikey.
Memorial contributions may be made to VNA & Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 39260.
No services will be conducted.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral and Crematory, Vero Beach.
A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.